Pharmacy Intern - Inpatient Hospital Pharmacy

Mass General Brigham•Belmont, MA

5d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Assists pharmacists and administrative staff in the provision of pharmaceutical care services. Responsible for participation in pharmacy operations, medication distribution, inventory control, Omnicell usage, and maintenance of personal technical competency. Technical skills required include expertise in Omnicell use and medication preparation. Additionally, provides exemplary customer service, contributes to the efficient operation and productivity of the Pharmacy Department, and displays the interest and motivation to achieve excellence in pharmacy practice in the institutional setting.

Requirements

High school graduate
Enrolled in approved School/College of Pharmacy
MA Pharmacy Intern license required
Previous experience as a pharmacy intern in a hospital setting preferred but not required
Moderate amount of stress in completing work assignments, meeting deadlines, and interacting with other healthcare professionals.
Repetitive use of hands and fingers (i.e., use of computer keyboard) and labeling containers.
Repetitive tasks are often performed with one hand only.
Normal range of hearing and vision to perform work and communicate.
Extended periods of standing, walking, and bending.
Climbing of stairs and lifting/carrying material may be required.
Ability to work independently and handle stress appropriately.
Ability to work cooperatively with other members of hospital and pharmacy staff.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.
Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond to client concerns.
Fosters a team environment.
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a pharmacy intern in a hospital setting

Responsibilities

Prepares pharmaceutical preparations in a quality manner under the direction of the pharmacist utilizing pharmacy software and hardware systems
Performs Omnicell pharmacy functions
Ensures functionality of barcode scanning
Executes medication distribution
Receives and stocks pharmaceuticals
Prepares medications in unit dose packaging
Fills code carts and emergency kits
Completes billing procedures for stock requisitions for ancillary units
Ensures integrity and compliance of unit medication rooms as needed
Assesses and documents completion of medication recalls
Responds to requests from health care providers at pharmacy window
Triages telephone calls
Demonstrates time management skills by prioritizing and completing duties
Ensures proper use and care of all pharmacy equipment according to operating procedures and instructions
Maintains the pharmacy in a clean and neat manner as determined by administrative team
Performs additional tasks as delegated by pharmacists and administrative team
Ensures that drugs and supplies are available in the department and designated hospital care areas by maintaining appropriate inventories
Participates in Omnicell inventory management
Uses cost containment measures in ordering and maintaining pharmaceutical stock
Facilitates the attainment and maintenance of 14 annual inventory turns
Maintains inventory records as required by Pharmacy Department policy and law
Ensures availability of unit dose products
Facilitates the disposal of expired medications via the reverse distributor
Appropriately disposes pharmaceutical waste
Performs monthly inspection of pharmacy inventory to identify expired or damaged pharmaceuticals
Performs additional tasks as delegated by pharmacists and administrative team
Identifies and reports circumstances which require further assessment to the pharmacy administration
Maintains confidentiality of patient and departmental information
Provides positive, supportive, and courteous communications to patients, families, visitors, and hospital personnel at all times
Commits to functioning as an essential employee
Completes project assignments from Management as needed.
Identifies own learning needs by seeking assistance from pharmacist and administrative team
Attends department meetings and reads all minutes
Documents maintenance of technical skills appropriate to pharmacy intern
Successfully completes annual hospital required training
Maintains Pharmacy Intern licensure and documentation of hours
Assists in clinical programs as needed under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist